International Programs

Country Program Comparison Chart

Reece’s Rainbow is a VOICE OF HOPE for children with Down syndrome and other special needs in (27) countries around the world. We started in 2006 with only five children in Ukraine! We are thrilled with the success and growth of this ministry, and God’s ability to raise awareness for these beautiful children through us. More than (400) children are currently listed on our website waiting for their family to find them. Even if you are not in a position to adopt, you can make a life-saving difference for any child with your grant sponsorship gifts!

Info listed here is based on most recent program requirements and restrictions as stated by the individual country officials.
This page updated April 1, 2012.

Africa	Married couples preferred, singles allowed (case by case basis). Couples must be married at least 5 years. No criminal history or mental health conditions Parents must provide a statement of Christian faith by pastor/minister/priest for this program Prefer adoptions in birth order, but can be reviewed case by case Unrelated children may NOT be adopted together; only siblings 1 or 2 trips, depends on location of child Approximately 6-8 months process, after home study No more than 5 children currently in home Total cost estimated between $22,00-$26,000 Orphan investigations are completed for each child before placement, to verify their orphan status.
Bulgaria	2 trips, 5 days each Approx cost only $19-25k! (depends on how many people travel, time of year for travel, etc) NO UPPER AGE LIMIT Single mothers may apply Easy dossier, very few restrictions Only one parent has to travel, CANADIAN FAMILIES WELCOME!
China	Only one parent must travel Married couples and single mothers may apply One parent must be US citizen Both parents must be between 30-54 years old Married at least 2 years, if previously married see more details No more than 6 children at home Previous experience with Down syndrome preferred Minimum of $10,000 of annual income per family member, including the new child you hope to adopt A minimum of $80,000 net worth Health good, no history of cancer. No medication for depression, anxiety, or schizophrenia. Body Mass Index (BMI) must be under 40 No criminal record or alcohol within the past 10 years
Ecuador	Parents must be 25-50 years of age Single women AND MEN accepted Couples must be married a min of 3 years Parents must be healthy, both physically and mentally Totally clean criminal background No more than 4 children at home Both parents travel for 3 weeks One can return home, the other must stay an additional 5 weeks
Hong Kong	Full medical and social info available EASY travel (both parents for 4-7 days) Relatively low cost No more than 5 children at home Married couples only
India	Married couple only, min of 5 years Ages 30-55 No more than 3 children at home Both parents must travel, only one week in country!
Latin America	Parents must be 25-55 years of age Single women up to 55 Couples must be married a min of 3 years Parents must be healthy, both physically and mentally Totally clean criminal background No more than 4 children at home Both parents travel for 10 days One can return home, the other must stay an additional 3 weeks Total cost about $25k
Latvia	Both parents for 2 weeks for bonding time One parent returns for court several weeks later One parent returns for 4 days to complete Embassy paperwork Total cost, including travel approx $22,000 Stay in a furnished apartment or house with your new child for bonding Multiple unrelated children can be adopted
Lithuania	Married couples only (married at least 2 1/2 years) Parents must be 18 years older than child Parents over age 50 will be considered on an individual basis No history of mental health conditions or infectious diseases Two unrelated children can be adopted together Two trips are required Both parents must travel for the first trip (approx 5-7 days in country) Only one parent needs to travel for the second trip (10-12 business days) Total costs estimated around 30,000CANADIAN FAMILIES WELCOME!
Panama	Single mothers over age 30 accepted No same-sex couples Parents should be under 50 years of age 2 trips, both parents must travel both times, but only 7 days each trip No family size restrictions Multiple children can be adopted simultaneously Total cost under $19k!
Peru	Single women or married couples, age 25-55 Couples must be married 2 1/2 years Both parents, one trip of 4 weeks Approx 9-12 months from dossier submission to travel No set restriction on family size Parents with mild mental health history may be considered on a case by case basis Two unrelated children in the same orphanage can be adopted together The agency seeks Christian adoptive parents Total cost approx $27,000 (additional child, add about $5000)
Poland	Married couples and unmarried mothers welcome No family size restrictions No parent age caps Both parents must travel for about 2 weeks until court, then one can leave and one stay for another 3 weeks. Other children/family welcome to join you. Special “bonding” program allows for the child to live with you in an apartment during your entire visit. They are not returned to the orphanage or foster home. Full medical information available Total costs estimated around $30,000
The Phillipines	Married couples only Mother can be no more than 45 years older than the child, father’s age is flexible Must be married at least 5 years Family size considered based on child desired One trip, only 7 days!
Russia	2 trips 1st trip, Both parents for 5-7 days Wait 2-3 months for court Both parents travel for 2nd trip, one can leave after 4 days, the other waits 10-25 days longer (depending on if the 10 day grace period is waived) No family size restrictions Both parents must be younger than 60 years Total program and travel fees approx 35k Summer travel may result in significantly higher travel costs Fee includes a $500 orphanage donation Married couples and single mothers may apply CANADIAN FAMILIES WELCOME!

Taiwan	Full medical and social info available EASY travel (both parents for 4-7 days) Relatively low cost No more than 5 children at home Married couples only, must be married 5 years Parents should be 30-50 years of age and in good health
Ukraine	Married couples only No parental age restrictions No stated family size restrictions Total with travel approx $25k Both parents for 2 1/2 weeks to attend court Both parents return home for 10 day wait Only one must return to complete the adoption for approx 14 days No history of mental health conditions or infectious diseases No criminal history May adopt multiple unrelated children This is a very fast program! Start to finish is an average of 7 months. Families committing to children in this program, especially the children at risk of the institution, should be in a financial position to complete the adoption quickly. It is a blessing to be able to adopt so quickly, but leaves little time for major fundraising efforts. CANADIAN FAMILIES WELCOME!